Elephants Ears
Bergenia
Bergenia is a plant traditionally used in some Asian and European herbal practices. While specific traditional uses are not well-documented, Bergenia ciliata has been studied for its high phenolic and flavonoid content, which have shown significant antioxidant and antibacterial activity. Additionally, a botanical mixture containing Bergenia species was found to reduce blood glucose levels and improve metabolic parameters in diabetic rats. Scientific evidence also suggests that bergenin from Bergenia purpurascens extract may alleviate psoriasis by targeting PPARγ-mediated PROX1 ubiquitination and degradation, reducing γδT17 cell activation. Safety data for Bergenia is currently limited but does not indicate any major issues. There are no recorded drug interactions with Bergenia as of the current knowledge base.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Botanical mixture B significantly reduced blood glucose and improved metabolic parameters in STZ-induced diabetic rats.
- Bergenia ciliata showed high phenolic and flavonoid contents and significant antioxidant and antibacterial activity.
- A validated HPTLC method was developed to quantify bergenin and oleanolic acid in Pashanbhed, Lambadi, and Kalipath.
- Bergenia purpurascens extract alleviates psoriasis by reducing γδT17 cell activation through PPARγ-mediated PROX1 ubiquitination and degradation.
Frequently asked questions
What is Elephants Ears?
Elephants Ears (Bergenia) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Elephants Ears?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Elephants Ears; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Botanical mixture B significantly reduced blood glucose and improved metabolic parameters in STZ-induced diabetic rats.
How strong is the evidence for Elephants Ears?
The strongest finding for Elephants Ears carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Elephants Ears safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Elephants Ears in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Elephants Ears interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Elephants Ears in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Elephants Ears?
Elephants Ears is also known as: Бадан, Bergénie, Bergénia.
Is Elephants Ears a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Development and Validation of a High-Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography Method for Simultaneous Quantification of Bergenin and Oleanolic Acid in Pashanbhed, Lambadi and Kalipath. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Antidiabetic and metabolic regulatory effects of Bergenia stracheyi and Rheum spiciforme mixtures via sirtuin modulation in STZ-induced diabetic rats. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Ethnobotanical importance and bioactivity of wild herbal teas from District Poonch Azad Jammu and Kashmir. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Bergenin, a bioactive compound from Bergenia purpurascens, ameliorates psoriasis by targeting γδT17 cells via PPARγ-mediated PROX1 ubiquitination and degradation. literature abstract metadata